Adjective Definition

sacred

1.Definition: (often followed by `to') devoted exclusively to a single use or purpose or person

"A fund sacred to charity", "A morning hour sacred to study", "A private office sacred to the President"


2.Definition: concerned with religion or religious purposes

"Sacred texts", "Sacred rites", "Sacred music"


3.Definition: made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use

"The sacred mosque", "Sacred elephants", "Sacred bread and wine"

Related Adjective(s):consecrated, sanctified


4.Definition: worthy of religious veneration

"The sacred name of Jesus"

Related Adjective(s):hallowed


5.Definition: worthy of respect or dedication

"Saw motherhood as woman's sacred calling"




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